MIGHTYminnow

Aaron Barraza

This plugin allows you to set a custom alternative text to each instance of an image widget that you add to a post or page using the Elementor Editor. You can also use the attachment alternative text (as default) or even set the alt text empty (for decorative images).
<h4>Why you will love this plugin</h4>
The plugin Custom Alt Text for Elementor Images is a great solution for WordPress websites whose owners want complete control over the alt text of their images. This powerful plugin adds options to the Elementor Image Widget, allowing you to set alternative text one of three ways: 1 – add custom alt text for the image instance, 2 – use the attachment alt text as set in the media library, or 3 – choose not to add alt text at all. Without this plugin you would need to upload an image into the media library each time you wanted different or custom alternative text for the image, but this plugin allows you to use the same instance of the image repeatedly, with custom alternative text for each instance.
Using this plugin, you can improve the accessibility and SEO of your website’s images by choosing the appropriate text each time you add an image to the page, per <a href="https://www.w3.org/WAI/tutorials/images/decision-tree" rel="nofollow ugc">guidance from the W3C</a>. The W3C alt text decision tree, created by W3C Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI), helps you determine the appropriate alt text for your images based on their context and purpose. By using this decision tree in conjunction with Custom Alt Text for Elementor Images, you can ensure that your images are properly described and accessible to all users, as appropriate.
That’s why we created this plugin. Now you will have full control over the alternative text of your Image widgets.
<h3>How to use it</h3>
Simply add an Image widget to your post or page using the Elementor Editor and you will find the new settings under the Link field on the Content → Image in the Elementor Panel.
The Alternative Text field is set by default to “Attachment Alt Text”, that means that the image will use the default Attachment alternative text (this is the default behavior of Elementor). But now you can also set it to “None” (if your image is decorative) or “Custom” (in that case, a new field will appear where you can set your custom text).

Custom Alt Text for Elementor Images

This plugin allows you to set a custom alternative text to each instance of an image widget that you add to a post or page using the Elementor Editor.

Dominopress

Digital Web Tutor

Autobute: Auto Image Attribute & Bulk Updater is a user-friendly WordPress plugin that enhances your website’s image SEO and accessibility.
It automatically generates Alt Text, Title, and Caption for your images directly from their cleaned filenames, helping your site rank higher in Google image search and ensuring images are accessible to users with visual impairments.
The Bulk Updater allows you to optimize all existing images on your site with a single click, saving you hours of manual work.
For example, an image named “mountain-lake-1.jpg” has its Alt Text, Title, and Caption set to “Mountain Lake” automatically, boosting its visibility on search engines and making it clear for screen readers.
Whether you’re running a blog, online store, or portfolio, Autobute simplifies image optimization, drives more traffic, and makes your site inclusive.
Developed by <a href="https://digitalwebtutor.com" rel="nofollow ugc">Digital Web Tutor</a>, Autobute is ideal for beginners and experts. Support our work by <a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/wpwiki" rel="nofollow ugc">buying us a coffee</a>.
<h3>Why Choose Autobute</h3>
Autobute is essential for WordPress users who want to improve their site’s performance and accessibility.
Here’s why:
<ul>
<li>Increase Website Traffic: Alt Text and Titles generated from filenames help your images rank in Google image search, attracting more visitors.</li>
<li>Ensure Accessibility: Clear image descriptions make your site usable for 1.1 billion people with visual impairments, meeting accessibility standards.</li>
<li>Save Time: Automate image attribute setting for new uploads and bulk-update existing images, eliminating manual tasks.</li>
<li>Stand Out: 61% of websites lack proper Alt Text, so Autobute gives your site a competitive edge for search engines and users.</li>
</ul>
<h3>How It Works</h3>
Autobute makes image optimization simple in three steps:
<ol>
<li>Upload an Image: Autobute automatically sets the Alt Text, Title, and Caption from the cleaned filename. 
For example, “dog-playing-ball-2.jpg” becomes “Dog Playing Ball.”</li>
<li>Customize Settings: Use the Settings page to choose which attributes to add (Alt Text, Title, Caption, or Description) and how to clean filenames (e.g., remove numbers or capitalize words).</li>
<li>Update Existing Images: Use the Bulk Updater to apply these settings to all images on your site, ensuring every image is optimized. 
Test changes with the Bulk Updater’s test mode, which updates one image and provides a link to review it in your WordPress admin.</li>
</ol>
<h3>Features and Options</h3>
Autobute offers powerful features and customizable options to optimize your images:
<ol>
<li>
Automatic Image Attribute Setting
<ul>
<li>What It Does: Generates Alt Text, Title, and Caption for new images directly from their cleaned filenames. 
Optionally add Descriptions.</li>
<li>Options: Enable/disable each attribute (Alt Text, Title, Caption, Description) via the Settings page.</li>
<li>Example: Upload “sunset-beach-1.jpg” with default settings (Alt Text, Title, Caption enabled). 
The image gets:
<ul>
<li>Alt Text: “Sunset Beach” (from filename)</li>
<li>Title: “Sunset Beach”</li>
<li>Caption: “Sunset Beach”</li>
<li>Description: (unchanged, as disabled by default)</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Why It Matters: Saves time and ensures every new image is SEO-ready and accessible.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Bulk Updater
<ul>
<li>What It Does: Updates existing images by setting Titles (if enabled) and filling in blank Alt Text or Captions using cleaned filenames.</li>
<li>Options:
<ul>
<li>Test Mode: Updates one random image and shows an admin edit link to review changes.</li>
<li>Run Mode: Updates all images with missing Alt Text/Captions or all Titles (if enabled).</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Example: Run Test Mode with Title and Alt Text enabled. 
For an image “cat-picture-2.jpg” with no Alt Text:
<ul>
<li>Result: Alt Text set to “Cat Picture” (from filename), Title set to “Cat Picture” (if enabled).</li>
<li>Output: “Test update successful! Image ID: 123, Updated to: ‘Cat Picture’, Edit Image: [link to wp-admin/post.php?post=123&action=edit]”</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Why It Matters: Optimizes your entire Media Library quickly, with a test option for confidence.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Customizable Filename Cleaning
<ul>
<li>What It Does: Cleans filenames to create clear, descriptive attributes by removing unwanted characters and formatting text.</li>
<li>Options:
<ul>
<li>Replace hyphens with spaces (always enabled).</li>
<li>Remove trailing numbers (e.g., “-1” in “image-1.jpg”).</li>
<li>Remove all numbers (0-9).</li>
<li>Remove full stops (.).</li>
<li>Remove brackets ( ).</li>
<li>Capitalize each word.</li>
<li>Remove custom characters (e.g., “_!@”).</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Example: Filename “flower-in-garden-1.jpg” with settings (remove trailing numbers, capitalize):
<ul>
<li>Before: “flower-in-garden-1.jpg”</li>
<li>After: “Flower In Garden” (used for Alt Text, Title, Caption)</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Why It Matters: Creates professional, readable attributes that enhance SEO and user experience.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
SEO and Accessibility Optimization
<ul>
<li>What It Does: Ensures attributes are optimized for search engines and screen readers, supporting Unicode for non-English filenames.</li>
<li>Example: Upload “फूल.jpg” (Hindi for “flower”). Alt Text becomes “फूल,” preserving special characters.</li>
<li>Why It Matters: Boosts image search rankings and ensures accessibility for diverse audiences.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
User-Friendly Settings Page
<ul>
<li>What It Does: Offers an intuitive interface to configure attributes and cleaning options.</li>
<li>Options: Checkboxes for attributes (Alt Text, Title, Caption, Description) and cleaning rules, plus a text field for custom characters.</li>
<li>Example: Enable Alt Text and Title, disable Caption, and set “remove numbers” and “capitalize.” 
Upload “tree-123.jpg”:
<ul>
<li>Result: Alt Text and Title set to “Tree,” Caption unchanged.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Why It Matters: Provides full control without technical expertise.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Backup Warning
<ul>
<li>What It Does: Warns you to back up your site before running the Bulk Updater.</li>
<li>Example: On the Bulk Update page, see: “Important: Before running the bulk updater, please back up your website to prevent any data loss.”</li>
<li>Why It Matters: Protects your data by promoting safe practices.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ol>
<h3>Image SEO Statistics</h3>
<ul>
<li>Alt Text Drives Rankings: 88% of Google image search rankings rely on Alt Text, making it critical for visibility (Source: Google Webmaster Guidelines).</li>
<li>Many Sites Miss Alt Text: 61% of websites lack proper Alt Text, losing traffic and accessibility (Source: WebAIM, 2023).</li>
<li>Accessibility for All: 1.1 billion people with visual impairments depend on image details for access (Source: WHO).</li>
<li>More Visitors: Optimized images can boost site traffic by up to 30% via image search (Source: Moz).</li>
</ul>
<h3>Donate</h3>
Support Autobute’s development by <a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/wpwiki" rel="nofollow ugc">buying us a coffee</a>. 
Your contribution helps us add new features and keep the plugin free!

Autobute: Auto Image Attribute & Bulk Updater

Boost image SEO with auto Title, Alt Text, Caption, and bulk updates for better rankings and accessibility.

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